The struggle for independence from the Kingdom of Castile, the reconquest of a country invaded by the Moors, great discoveries... Portugal's history has left us with unique monuments. I would like to introduce you to 7 of them, which I think are the most beautiful of the country.
Used as a symbol by Portugal, the surprisingly modern Heart of Viana now has its place around the necks of Hollywood stars. What does it represent and where does it come from?
At the beginning of the 15th century, Portugal invented the first vessels able to sail in the open sea and embarked on a methodical exploration of the world. This is the beginning of the Great Discoveries which will require all existing maps to be redrawn.
